1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Proton Juara | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Fairlane | Juara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |